| Super Columns | |
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Cartridge art (Game Gear version) |
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| Developer(s) | Sega[1] |
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| Series | Columns |
| Platform(s) | Game Gear[1], 3DS Virtual Console |
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| Genre(s) | Matching puzzle[1] |
| Mode(s) | Story mode Flash mode Endless mode (Single-player) |
| Media/distribution | Game Gear cartridge (Physical) |
Super Columns was a video game released by Sega for the Game Gear in 1995. It was later included on the Coleco Sonic, along with the original Columns, to which it is a sequel. The game is slated for Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console re-release in 2012.
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Super Columns enhanced the classic Columns gameplay by adding new types of blocks, as well as the ability to turn the lines of blocks a la Dr. Mario. It included a story mode, wherein you play against an evil merchant and his cronies who wants to harness the power of a mystical amulet to make the people serve him. The player must defeat each of the five opponents three times in order to advance in the game. There was also an "Endless Mode" where the player could play as long as they wanted to, or lost, and a Flash mode, which was the same as Endless, except the next stage is entered by clearing the jewels that are flashing.
As opposed to the Greek/Mediterranean style of the original, "Super Columns" switched to an Arabian or Persian look.
The game acquired mostly positive reviews from critics.
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